Cincinnati Bengals Talk

The Cincinnati Bengals are officially eliminated from playoff contention, and the time has come for some hard conversations... With Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase in their prime, missing the playoffs for a third straight year is unacceptable. James Rapien breaks down the one simple question Mike Brown must ask when evaluating Zac Taylor, Duke Tobin, and the entire Bengals leadership team: Do they gi...

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase and defensive end Myles Murphy each took time to share their thoughts immediately following a 24-0 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Chase reflects on the offense being out of sync for the entire game, uncharacteristic drops, Joe Burrow's mindset and more. Myles Murphy discusses the defense's mindset and his goals for the remainder of the season, despite...

The Cincinnati Bengals were shut out for the first time in the Joe Burrow era, falling 24-0 to the Baltimore Ravens and officially being eliminated from playoff contention. James Rapien and Elise Jesse break down what went wrong, and what Joe Burrow said about his performance following the game. PRESENTED BY SLEEPER: Use promo code BENGALSTALK on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://slee...

The Cincinnati Bengals lost 24-0 on Sunday at Paycor Stadium. They needed the win to stay in the AFC North mix. It's the first time Burrow has been shutout in his NFL career. Burrow shares his thoughts following the game, including whether or not he hopes to play the remaining three games of the regular season. Zac Taylor discusses what went wrong against Baltimore, and what he's hoping to see mov...

The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for another AFC North battle, but they’ll be doing it without two major pieces. James Rapien breaks down the latest injury news on Shemar Stewart and Tee Higgins, why Stewart’s absence hurts the Bengals long-term, and what Cincinnati must do to beat the Ravens on Sunday. Plus, James covers Joe Burrow’s mindset in the cold, Ja’Marr Chase’s chance for a bounce-b...

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase discusses the narrative surrounding Joe Burrow, after many outlets question whether or not Burrow is taking the Carson Palmer path to retirement. Plus, Ja'Marr shares his thoughts on Tee Higgins' health, their mindset going into Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens and so much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswi...

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow made comments during Wednesday's press conference that sparked a lot of speculation — everything from “Burrow wants out” to “he’s the next Andrew Luck.” James Rapien breaks down exactly what Joe said, why his tone was different, and why the online chatter has gone way too far. Burrow fought through his toe injury, returned weeks ahead of schedule, and is s...

The pressure is mounting on Zac Taylor as the Cincinnati Bengals fall to 4–9 — and today we got new comments from Taylor on the adversity he and the team have faced during the 2025 season. James Rapien breaks down the latest from Paycor Stadium along with major injury updates on Shemar Stewart, Tee Higgins, and more. Your Holiday wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code JAMES at https:...

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow gave candid comments about a frustrating season, his mindset after injury, to what it really takes to have fun playing again. Burrow also broke down his near-perfect performance against Buffalo, the interception he wants back, and what he needs from his teammates in the final four games of the year. Plus, Burrow dives into his Pokémon hobby. Hosted by Simp...

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor gave the latest updates on the team's preparation for their Week 15 matchup vs. the Baltimore Ravens. Taylor discussed Shemar Stewart’s return to practice, Tee Higgins' progress with concussion protocol, and what needs to happen for either player to suit up on Sunday. Taylor breaks down the improvements on the offensive line, including the impressive trajec...

The Cincinnati Bengals have been frustrating to watch this season - what is the biggest source of frustration so far? James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller each share their top grievances, and they react to the news of Trey Hendrickson opting for surgery with a six-week recovery timeline. Has Trey played his final snap as a Cincinnati Bengal? Plus, the Bengals waived second-year wide receiver Jermain...

ALL MEMBERS have access because this audio is also available to anyone who follows us on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music. Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden met with the media to review the defensive performance against the Buffalo Bills and quarterback Josh Allen. Golden broke down the explosive plays the defense allowed, the fourth-down conversions that changed the game, an...

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor announced that the team decided to waive former third round pick Jermaine Burton on Monday. Burton was suspended for Cincinnati's Week 14 loss to Buffalo. Taylor also offered not so good injury updates on Tee Higgins and Trey Hendrickson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pe...

The Cincinnati Bengals blew a winnable game against the Bills, and Joe Burrow’s postgame mindset is perhaps even more concerning. Instead of being visibly angry or fired up to fight for the playoffs, Burrow said things like he was “just happy to be out there” and “that’s how the cookie crumbles.” Is Burrow starting to accept the situation? Has the fire dimmed? James Rapien breaks down what Burrow...

The Cincinnati Bengals let a huge opportunity slip away in Buffalo. Cincinnati falls to 4–9 after a brutal 39–34 loss — a game they should have won, but critical mistakes late made the difference. James Rapien reacts to the loss and breaks down costly mistakes that impacted the outcome of the game. Joe Burrow and the offense put up 34 points, scoring touchdowns on their first three drives… but bac...

The Cincinnati Bengals travel to Buffalo with their playoff hopes on the line. Can Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and the offense step up in another crucial AFC matchup? James Rapien breaks down the key matchups and gives his final score prediction for Week 14. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

Cincinnati Bengals center Ted Karras opens up about the impact and meaning behind the Cincy Hat initiative—and his nomination for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Find out why Ted Karras is in a battle with Taylor Swift and the Swifties if he's going to be named the Walter Payton Man of the Year! Karras shares heartfelt stories of gratitude toward the Cincinnati community, his mission to s...

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase discusses his confidence in the Bengals’ playoff chances, Joe Burrow’s return, and why Cincinnati never sees itself as an underdog — even heading into Buffalo to face the Bills in Week 14. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cincinnati Bengals defense end Trey Hendrickson hasn't suited up since Oct. 26 this season and is doubtful for Week 14 vs. the Buffalo Bills. What is actually happening with Hendrickson? James Rapien discusses what's been reported so far and what it all means for the critical remaining games on the Bengals' schedule. Plus, the latest on Tee Higgins and more! PRESENTED BY SLEEPER: Use promo code BE...

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow discusses his return to the field, how the toe is feeling, confidence in the offensive line, and what it will take for the Bengals to keep climbing in the AFC North race. Full press conference with Bengals QB1 ahead of the pivotal matchup vs. the Buffalo Bills. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor met with the media on Wednesday at Paycor Stadium to discuss the team's preparation ahead of the team's Week 14 matchup vs. the Buffalo Bills. Taylor gave the latest injury updates on Tee Higgins and Trey Hendrickson. He also gives his thoughts on the improved O-Line play and expectations for the defense following a win in Baltimore. Plus, Taylor shared his...

The Cincinnati Bengals are just two games back in the AFC North… so is it time to buy stock in a late playoff push, or do they still need to prove it? We break down Cincinnati’s path, the biggest What Ifs of the season, and why you should never doubt Joe Burrow’s impact on this franchise ever again! James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller also look at the latest AFC North odds and discuss the Bengals c...

Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden met with the media to break down Cincinnati’s Thursday night win and the noticeable improvement on defense. Golden addressed the better tackling, communication progress, and the increased responsibility placed on young defenders like Barrett Carter, Myles Murphy, and Dax Hill. Plus, Golden explains how Joe Burrow’s return impacts the entire team....

Use code BENGALSTALKFB50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box plus free breakfast for 1 year at https://bit.ly/3WJl6W5! The Bengals just took down the Ravens on Thursday night, but can they make the playoffs? In this episode of Cincinnati Bengals Talk, James Rapien breaks down the latest playoff scenarios for the Bengals — including how key wins and recent help from the Buffalo Bills have kept the...

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor reflected on the team's huge divisional win over the Baltimore Ravens on Thanksgiving. Zac shares his thoughts on the offense, including Joe Burrow and the offensive line’s strong performance. He also reacts to the big night for a Bengals defense that force five turnovers against Baltimore. Plus, Taylor discusses the chaotic travel day, injury updates, and...